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Hanson, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hopkins County County
Hanson, KY
At a Glance
How Hanson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hanson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hanson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hanson residents earn a median household income of $90,799 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,382. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,209 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hanson is $140,100 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $246,804. Median rent is $850/month, with 31.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Hanson reports 96 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,989/100K.
Education
19.1% of adults in Hanson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hanson has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.